Crime Rate in Coltishall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Coltishall

The total recorded crimes in Coltishall, Broadland, UK in July 2025 are around 7 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Coltishall crime rate of 25.92 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Coltishall, encompassing approximately 270 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Coltishall Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Bay Willow Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Rectory Road with total crimes: 1
  • Westbourne Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Coltishall?

To understand the safety of Coltishall, we need to analyze Coltishall crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Broadland:

    • In 2024, Coltishall demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Broadland average, with 85 crimes compared to 226.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Coltishall recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 26 other areas in the Broadland.

    • In 2023, Coltishall had fewer crimes than the Broadland average, with 92 crimes compared to 212. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Coltishall recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 26 other areas in the Broadland.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Broadland, Coltishall has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Coltishall Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Coltishall has recorded 7 crimes with crime rate of 25.92 ranking 23th out of 26 in the Broadland, UK

In 2024, the total Coltishall crimes were 85. The crime rate of Coltishall in 2024 was 314.70 (year) or 26.22 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the Broadland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Coltishall were around 92 crimes with yearly crime rate of 340.61 (year) or 28.38 (month) ranking 24 most dangerous area in the Broadland.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Coltishall)CrimesRank (Coltishall)CrimesRank (Coltishall)
Aylsham29 8506 1465 1
Wroxham46 1311 7271 9
Thorpe St Andrew South East34 4448 3435 2
Sprowston East30 6480 2353 4
Old Catton and Sprowston West44 2265 9301 6
Hellesdon South East44 3447 4426 3
Hellesdon North West24 10416 5330 5
Horsford and Felthorpe31 5249 10261 10
Brundall29 7356 6275 8
Sprowston Central23 11283 8279 7
Plumstead26 9119 21152 14
Thorpe St Andrew North West17 15244 11255 11
Blofield with South Walsham17 14218 12200 12
Acle21 12163 15123 22
Spixworth with St Faiths9 19161 16189 13
Taverham North15 16197 13148 16
Buxton18 13169 14149 15
Hevingham7 2285 24140 17
Taverham South11 17150 17136 18
Eynesford8 20144 18133 19
Reepham10 18132 19123 21
Drayton North6 2482 26128 20
Burlingham7 21121 2087 25
Marshes6 25100 22121 23
Great Witchingham6 2692 2385 26
Drayton South3 2771 2776 27

Coltishall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In December 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 7

In November 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2

In October 2024, Public order dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 43 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.30 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20255
April 20257
March 20255
February 20253
January 20256
December 20247
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
March 20251
February 20251
October 20242

A total of 4 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

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July 20251
February 20252
October 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

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June 20252

A total of 2 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.

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May 20251
April 20251

A total of 4 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

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April 20251
January 20252
October 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

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January 20251

A total of 1 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

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October 20241

High Crime Locations Coltishall in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Coltishall postcode area is presented below.

1. Bay Willow Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Rectory Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Westbourne Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
4. Coltishall (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Church Street (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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